What are the responsibilities and job description for the Special Education Liaison LTS- 1.0FTE position at Bedford Public Schools?
Long Term Substitute
8/2022-11/2022
Performance Responsibilities:
oCoordinate schedules with classroom teachers and other specialists’ service delivery.
oSelect appropriate instructional programs and methodologies, plan, and implement instruction that matches students’ IEP goals
and objectives.
oMaintain and use adaptive equipment and materials.
oDevelop and implement classroom and curricular accommodations and modifications.
oTeach and plan cooperatively with subject area teachers.
oMaintain assessment materials for special education evaluations.
oAdminister MCAS with accommodations or develop portfolios for MCAS alternate assessment, as outlined in student/s’ IEP s.
oWrite reports based on evaluations and present reports at Team eligibility determination meetings.
oIndividually test students and complete necessary assessment components for Special Education and Section 504 initial evaluations and reevaluations.
oParticipate in Team evaluation and review meetings for students on caseload.
oWrite Individualized Education Programs (IEPs).
oDevelop yearly transition plans for students who are 14 .
oCollaborate with colleagues on building to building transition
oComplete progress reports for all students, according to the schedule set by school and special education regulations.
oCoordinate progress reports from all service providers.
oProvide feedback and input regarding paraprofessionals to Special Education Program Administrator
oConsult with classroom teachers and special education paraprofessionals regarding accommodations and modifications.
oConduct parent/guardian-teacher conferences during conference periods identified on school calendar.
oCommunicate frequently with parents/guardians of students of caseload (e.g. email, telephone, etc.)
oParticipate in school Open House for parents/guardians according to schedule set each year.
oAttend and participate in department meetings.
oMaintain the high level of confidentiality and professionalism expected of all faculty.
oPerform other related tasks or duties at the discretion of the Special Education Program Administrator and/or Principal.
Welcome to Bedford Public Schools!
Located fifteen miles northwest of Boston, Bedford is a residential community of approximately 13,000 people whose history dates back to 1664. A typical New England town in architecture, character, government and tradition, Bedford is proud of its historic past. The Bedford Public Schools is a small system of approximately 2425 students. The schools include Bedford High School (9-12), John Glenn Middle School (6-8), Lt. Job Lane School (3-5), and Lt. Eleazer Davis School (K-2). The Lt. Eleazer Davis School was built in 1999. Bedford High School, the John Glenn Middle School, and the Lt. Job Lane School have recently undergone complete addition/renovations. The student body reflects an increasing diversity with students from Bedford, Hanscom Air Force Base, and Boston (the latter via METCO, a volunteer desegregation program). The school administration is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse staff.
Job Requirements Master’s Degree preferred Dual Licensure in Moderate Special Needs (8-12)(and/or Severe) Experience working with students with Autism Teaching experience preferred Reading Experience preferred Co-teaching experience in English Preferred Successful completion of a Massachusetts Criminal Record Check (C.O.R.I.) and a National Criminal Background Check including fingerprinting.
Application Questions There are no application questions required for this job posting.
Contact Information Michelle DellaValle, Program Administrator Sped
9 Mudge Way
Bedford, Massachusetts 01730
Phone: 781-275-1700
Fax: 781-275-6664
Email: michelle_dellavalle@bedford.k12.ma.us
8/2022-11/2022
Performance Responsibilities:
- Instruction:
oCoordinate schedules with classroom teachers and other specialists’ service delivery.
oSelect appropriate instructional programs and methodologies, plan, and implement instruction that matches students’ IEP goals
and objectives.
- Provide appropriate instruction to address IEP goals and objectives, and differentiate instructional accordingly.
oMaintain and use adaptive equipment and materials.
oDevelop and implement classroom and curricular accommodations and modifications.
oTeach and plan cooperatively with subject area teachers.
- Assessment:
oMaintain assessment materials for special education evaluations.
oAdminister MCAS with accommodations or develop portfolios for MCAS alternate assessment, as outlined in student/s’ IEP s.
oWrite reports based on evaluations and present reports at Team eligibility determination meetings.
oIndividually test students and complete necessary assessment components for Special Education and Section 504 initial evaluations and reevaluations.
- Liaison Responsibilities:
oParticipate in Team evaluation and review meetings for students on caseload.
oWrite Individualized Education Programs (IEPs).
oDevelop yearly transition plans for students who are 14 .
oCollaborate with colleagues on building to building transition
oComplete progress reports for all students, according to the schedule set by school and special education regulations.
oCoordinate progress reports from all service providers.
- Paraprofessionals:
oProvide feedback and input regarding paraprofessionals to Special Education Program Administrator
- Communication/Consultation:
oConsult with classroom teachers and special education paraprofessionals regarding accommodations and modifications.
oConduct parent/guardian-teacher conferences during conference periods identified on school calendar.
oCommunicate frequently with parents/guardians of students of caseload (e.g. email, telephone, etc.)
oParticipate in school Open House for parents/guardians according to schedule set each year.
- Miscellaneous:
oAttend and participate in department meetings.
oMaintain the high level of confidentiality and professionalism expected of all faculty.
oPerform other related tasks or duties at the discretion of the Special Education Program Administrator and/or Principal.
Position Type: Full-time
Positions Available: 1
Welcome to Bedford Public Schools!
Located fifteen miles northwest of Boston, Bedford is a residential community of approximately 13,000 people whose history dates back to 1664. A typical New England town in architecture, character, government and tradition, Bedford is proud of its historic past. The Bedford Public Schools is a small system of approximately 2425 students. The schools include Bedford High School (9-12), John Glenn Middle School (6-8), Lt. Job Lane School (3-5), and Lt. Eleazer Davis School (K-2). The Lt. Eleazer Davis School was built in 1999. Bedford High School, the John Glenn Middle School, and the Lt. Job Lane School have recently undergone complete addition/renovations. The student body reflects an increasing diversity with students from Bedford, Hanscom Air Force Base, and Boston (the latter via METCO, a volunteer desegregation program). The school administration is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse staff.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Bedford Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer in compliance with Chapter 622, Title IX and Section 504 of the Rehab. Act of 1973. The Bedford Public Schools do not discriminate on account of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin or handicap. Bedford is proud to be an Affirmative Action Equal Opportunity Employer and a member of Empowering Multicultural Initiatives.
Job Requirements Master’s Degree preferred Dual Licensure in Moderate Special Needs (8-12)(and/or Severe) Experience working with students with Autism Teaching experience preferred Reading Experience preferred Co-teaching experience in English Preferred Successful completion of a Massachusetts Criminal Record Check (C.O.R.I.) and a National Criminal Background Check including fingerprinting.
- Master degree preferred
- Citizenship, residency or work VISA in United States required
Application Questions There are no application questions required for this job posting.
Contact Information Michelle DellaValle, Program Administrator Sped
9 Mudge Way
Bedford, Massachusetts 01730
Phone: 781-275-1700
Fax: 781-275-6664
Email: michelle_dellavalle@bedford.k12.ma.us
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